Serving 484 students in grades 9-12, University Gardens ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Gardens ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
University Gardens's student population of 484 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Gardens ranks within the top 5% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Gardens is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#26 out of 839 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)90-94%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Gardens's ranking?
University Gardens is ranked #26 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are University Gardens often compared to?
University Gardensis often viewed alongside schools like Central De Artes Visuales, Ernesto Ramos Antonini - Musica by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Gardens?
The graduation rate of University Gardens is 90-94%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend University Gardens?
484 students attend University Gardens.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of University Gardens students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Gardens?
University Gardens has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does University Gardens offer ?
University Gardens offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Gardens part of?
University Gardens is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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